36 Gurlittstraße, St. Georg, 20099 Hamburg, Germany
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Wedina Budget Overview

First Impressions

The Wedina Budget sits on a quiet street in St. Georg, and honestly, the name doesn’t do it justice. Sure, it’s budget-friendly, but this three-star hotel feels more thoughtful than most places twice the price. I mean, when couples are rating the location a solid 9.0, you know something’s working right. The building has that understated Hamburg charm — nothing flashy, but you get the sense that someone actually cares about the details here.

Location & Neighborhood

St. Georg is one of those neighborhoods that locals love but tourists often miss, and that’s exactly why staying here works so well. You’re literally a few minutes’ walk from the Hauptbahnhof, which sounds busy but actually makes everything incredibly easy. The area has this nice mix of authentic German cafes and international spots — you know, the kind of place where you’ll find both proper schnitzel and decent Vietnamese pho. What I really appreciate is how walkable everything is; you can stroll to the Alster lakes or wander into the city center without dealing with tourist crowds right outside your door.

The Room Experience

The rooms at Wedina Budget are clean and functional — exactly what you want when you’re spending most of your time exploring Hamburg. They’re not huge, but there’s enough space to spread out your stuff without feeling cramped. The beds are actually comfortable (which isn’t always a given at budget places), and the windows open properly for fresh air. You won’t find a fancy minibar or elaborate amenities, but honestly, the room has everything you need: good Wi-Fi, decent lighting, and a bathroom that works well. Sometimes simple just works better.

Breakfast & Practical Perks

The breakfast buffet here is surprisingly solid — not just the usual sad continental spread you might expect. They’ve got proper German bread, decent coffee, and enough variety to fuel a day of sightseeing. What really sets this place apart though is the parking situation. Having private parking in Hamburg is actually a big deal, especially in this area where street parking can be a nightmare. It’s one of those things that seems small until you need it, then you’re really grateful someone thought it through.

Why Guests Love It

The Wedina Budget has figured out something that a lot of hotels miss — location and value don’t have to be mutually exclusive. Recent guests keep rating the location above 9.0, and after staying here, I get it. You’re close enough to everything that matters but far enough from the chaos to actually get some sleep. The staff seems to genuinely care about making your stay work, which you feel from check-in onwards. It’s not trying to be something it’s not — just a well-run, reasonably priced place to stay while you explore one of Germany’s most interesting cities. Sometimes that’s exactly what you need.

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Reviews of Wedina Budget

  • David from United States – 26 July 2024 (9/10)

    Great area, friendly staff in a unique atmosphere

  • Monika from Germany – 23 July 2024 (9/10)

    The location is in a nice city part with plenty of cafes and restaurants and one can reach the city hall in a 20 minutes walk. The staff was really nice, the main building with the reception also looks great. We had a room in a different building which looked a little less pleasant with the entry hall covered in beton blocks and there was no lift but it was still fine. The room is small and simple but there is everything one needs for a short stay.

  • David from Sweden – 23 July 2024 (9/10)

    Extremely nice staff. Homely hotel with a beautiful town garden. Great location, very central. We strongly recommend it!

  • Frederique from Netherlands – 18 June 2024 (7/10)

    The location was good, the rooms were just what was necessary.

    What could be improved: Very few electric plugs though… that was a bit inconvenient.

  • The from Hungary – 13 June 2024 (8/10)

    very good location, close to the center but in a calm street. friendly staff a lot of restaurant in walking distance. The room is quite good, Wifi is OK.

    What could be improved: There is no parking place around, kind of a hunting to find one in the evening. No elevator in the property a bit difficult with bike and baggages to get to the second floor. The quality of the bed is below the standard, not comfy. Not changing towels only if you ask for. You have to pay on your arrival. Not the end of the world but we used to do it when we are leaving.

  • Daria from Russia – 26 May 2024 (9/10)

    I really enjoyed the garden where they serve breakfast. Very calm and nice

  • Lyn from Singapore – 2 May 2024 (8/10)

    Breakfast was great. The staff is very friendly and helpful. To my surprise, they (F&B staff) knew my birthday and greeted me with a glass or prosecco. This was a very nice gesture, and I am greatly appreciated it. Thank you so much, Wedian Budget staff.

    What could be improved: The room door has no sound proof (you can hear your neighbor door).

  • Silvia from Germany – 11 January 2024 (8/10)

    The staff at reception is so friendly and helpful!

    What could be improved: The stairs! It would have been a 10 rating if it was not for that!

  • Ul from Slovenia – 15 July 2023 (9/10)

    Breakfast

    What could be improved: Room pretty small, no elevator up to 3rd floor

  • Zsombor from Hungary – 20 June 2023 (7/10)

    The breakfast, the Red House inside, the books on the shelves.

    What could be improved: The "Budget" Blue House. Originally I have booked on Booking. com and the photos showed the Red House inside. It was confusing, and I didn't know what "Budget" means.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • 6 Bänke: 1 km
  • Niemitz-Haus: 850 m
  • Friedrichshof: 1 km
  • Fritz-Schumacher-Bau: 1.1 km
  • Hamburger Kunsthalle: 750 m
  • Alsterwiese Schwanenwik: 1 km
  • Parkbank an der Binnenalster: 900 m
  • Bürgerliche Stadterweiterung: 450 m
  • Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe: 850 m
  • Planten und Blomen Wasserspiele: 1 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Alsterbar: 200 m
  • Restaurant Le Ciel: 150 m
  • Restaurant Heritage: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • Deichtorhallen: 1.5 km
  • Hamburg Dungeon: 2.6 km
  • Old Elbe Tunnel: 4.1 km
  • St. Pauli Piers: 3.5 km
  • Dialog im Dunkeln: 1.8 km
  • Planten un Blomen: 2.3 km
  • Miniatur Wunderland: 2.6 km
  • Bucerius Kunst Forum: 1.6 km
  • Hamburg war memorial: 1.6 km
  • Old Botanic Garden Hamburg: 1.9 km

Natural beauty:

  • Forest Wandsbeker Gehölz: 6 km
  • Lake Binnenalster and Aussenalster lakes: 850 m

Public transport:

  • Train Hauptbahnhof Nord: 600 m
  • Train Hamburg Central Station: 700 m
  • Metro Hauptbahnhof Süd underground station: 800 m
  • Metro Lohmühlenstraße underground station: 1 km

Closest airports:

  • Hamburg Airport: 8 km
  • Lübeck Airport: 69 km
  • Hamburg Finkenwerder Airport: 22 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Hypoallergenic
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Wellness:

  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Transport:

  • Public transport tickets

Activities:

  • Bicycle rental
  • Cycling

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services:

  • Board games/puzzles
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House Rules at Wedina Budget

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00

Check-out:

  • Until 12:00

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.2

Comfort:

8.2

Location:

9.2

Free WiFi:

7.5

Facilities:

7.7

Cleanliness:

8.5

Value for money:

7.5